South Asian Christmas Ornaments, 1996

Photograph of a decorated Christmas tree with ornaments depicting South Asian Sikh figures, including two men playing musical instruments (dhol and dafli) and a man and woman performing Bhangra dance. The dhol or dholak is an Indian musical instrument with a double-headed drum and while the dafli is a similar handheld instrument with a single drumhead. Bhangra is a folk dance native to the state… more

Photograph of two unidentified individuals working on a computer desk in an office setting.

Photograph of ornaments depicting South Asian Sikh figures, including two men playing musical instruments (dhol and dafli) and a man and woman performing Bhangra dance, hanging on a Christmas tree. The dhol or dholak is an Indian musical instrument with a double-headed drum and while the dafli is a similar handheld instrument with a single drumhead. Bhangra is a folk dance native to the state of… more

Photograph of ornaments depicting South Asian Sikh figures, including two men playing musical instruments (dhol and dafli) and a woman performing Bhangra dance, hanging on a Christmas tree. The dhol or dholak is an Indian musical instrument with a double-headed drum and while the dafli is a similar handheld instrument with a single drumhead. Bhangra is a folk dance native to the state of Punjab… more

Photograph of ornaments depicting South Asian Sikh figures, including two men playing musical instruments (dhol and dafli) and a man and woman performing Bhangra dance, hanging on a Christmas tree. The dhol or dholak is an Indian musical instrument with a double-headed drum and while the dafli is a similar handheld instrument with a single drumhead. Bhangra is a folk dance native to the state of… more

Photograph of a group of unidentified individuals singing onstage in traditional Indian attire, known as sarees.

Photograph of an unidentified individual wearing a traditional Indian saree, walking onstage, with another unidentified individual behind them dressed in attire featuring traditional Indian patterns.

Photograph of an unidentified individual wearing a traditional Indian saree, walking onstage, with another unidentified individual behind them dressed in attire featuring traditional Indian patterns.

Portrait photograph of R. Paul Dhillon in formal business attire. R. Paul Dhillon is a journalist, screenwriter, producer, and director based in Vancouver. R. Paul Dhillon holds a degree in Communications and Film from Simon Fraser University. Dhillon has worked with South Asian newspapers and magazines and produced several documentaries, including The Bhangra Generation and Sweet Amerika. He… more

Portrait photograph of R. Paul Dhillon talking on a landline telephone in formal business attire. R. Paul Dhillon is a journalist, screenwriter, producer, and director based in Vancouver. R. Paul Dhillon holds a degree in Communications and Film from Simon Fraser University. Dhillon has worked with South Asian newspapers and magazines and produced several documentaries, including The Bhangra… more

Photograph of a group of unidentified individuals, including adults and children, wearing traditional Indian attire and standing onstage.

Photograph of a Cityscape of Vancouver showing the typical blend of urban development and natural beauty that defines Vancouver's landscape. more

Photograph of a public park in Vancouver with the Akali Singh Sikh Society Gurdwara in the background. The Akali Singh Sikh Society of Vancouver is a prominent Sikh organization based in Vancouver, British Columbia. As a not-for-profit organization, the society plays a crucial role in promoting Sikhism and providing religious education to its members. Central to their activities is the Gurdwara… more

Photograph of a public park in Vancouver with the Akali Singh Sikh Society Gurdwara in the background. The Akali Singh Sikh Society of Vancouver is a prominent Sikh organization based in Vancouver, British Columbia. As a not-for-profit organization, the society plays a crucial role in promoting Sikhism and providing religious education to its members. Central to their activities is the Gurdwara… more

Photograph of an unidentified individual wearing a traditional attire and walking onstage, with another unidentified individual behind them dressed in attire featuring traditional Indian patterns.